Ann Hughes has joined the Community Foundation of Collier County as director of donor services.

Dawn Thoman-Nolan has been promoted to Assistant Director at Literacy Volunteers of America (LVA) — Monroe County, Inc.

Long-time Naples resident and community banker, Sen. Garrett Richter and his wife Diana have taken the helm for the 2013 NCH Hospital Ball. The annual gala will be held on Saturday, Oct. 26 at The Ritz-Carlton Beach Resort, 280 Vanderbilt ...

Grace Place for Children and Families recently received a $10,000 grant from The League Club. These funds will be used toward the center’s Summer STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) Day Camp for middle school students.

Golfers at The Club at Grandezza in Estero raised $58,000 for the Harry Chapin Food Bank during the May 9 tournament.

Charlie Myrick, executive director of Susan G. Komen Southwest Florida, recently named Sarah Paschke office and volunteer director.

The Gulf Coast Humane Society recently opened an online store offering name brand food, treats, toys and medications with the proceeds going back to the shelter.

Keep Collier Beautiful is proud to announce the winners of the 2014 Calendar Art Contest. This is the 17th year that Keep Collier Beautiful has coordinated the annual art contest in partnership with Collier County Solid and Hazardous Waste Management ...

The Humane Society Naples has again been awarded the coveted 4-star rating for sound fiscal management by Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest independent charity evaluator. Ratings are based on transparency, accountability and quantifiable results. Four stars is their highest rating.

Paul Thein, CEO of the Greater Naples YMCA, has been appointed to the board of directors for the Safe & Healthy Children’s Coalition of Collier County.

Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida announces the advisory board members for its 2013 Business Hall of Fame, Collier County to be held on Tuesday, Oct. 29 at the Waldorf Astoria Naples.

The students of Royal Palm Academy in North Naples have been busy changing the world, and they were recently acknowledged for their philanthropy.

The Immokalee Foundation, dedicated to building pathways to success for the children of Immokalee through programs focused on education, vocation and life skills, recently announced the installation of the 2013-2014 board of directors.

Shy Wolf Sanctuary Education and Experience Center has been awarded the 2013 Best of Naples Award for Wildlife Sanctuaries for the second year in a row.

Goldstein, Buckley, Cechman, Rice and Purtz is being recognized by the American Heart Association as a Gold-level Fit-Friendly company.